North Carolina's SAFE week of action, from June 1-7, emphasizes safe firearm storage to combat rising gun thefts and injuries. Partnering with local police, NCDPS distributes free gun locks and promotes safe practices. Governor Stein proposes $2.2 million in funding to address gun violence, especially after recent deadly shootings across the state.
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Authorities in Washington are searching for three sisters, Paityn (9), Evelyn (8), and Olivia Decker (5), who went missing after a visit with their father, Travis Decker, on Friday. The father, who is homeless and drives a white 2017 GMC Sierra, failed to return the girls to their mother, Whitney Decker, as scheduled.
In Cairo, Iranian, Egyptian, and UN leaders convened to address concerns over Iran's escalating uranium enrichment, as highlighted in a recent IAEA report. The report indicated Iran's increasing stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels, raising serious concerns. Discussions aimed to find a diplomatic solution, with Iran asserting its cooperation and denying intentions to develop nuclear weapons.
Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano in Sicily, Italy, poses ongoing threats despite its 'basic' alert level. This stratovolcano, monitored by INGV, experiences frequent eruptions and gas emissions. While lava flows threaten nearby areas, research indicates a slow slide towards the Ionian Sea, potentially triggering tsunamis.
Brazilian prosecutors are suing Chinese electric car giant BYD and two contractors for alleged human trafficking and slave labor at a plant construction site. Over 200 Chinese workers were found in degrading conditions, lacking basic amenities and facing contract violations. Authorities seek $45.3 million in damages after the companies refused a settlement.
Tragedy struck in Gaza as at least 31 people were killed and over 150 wounded while seeking food aid. Witnesses reported Israeli forces opened fire on crowds near a distribution site, a claim the Israeli army denies.
A minor earthquake, registering a magnitude of 2.4, struck Long Beach at 11.34 pm Pacific time on Sunday night. The US Geological Survey reported the quake originated at a depth of 7.6 miles, with its epicenter situated less than a mile from Los Angeles. The region typically experiences around 59 similar-sized earthquakes annually.
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President Zelenskyy is meeting Chancellor Merz in Berlin as Ukraine seeks more military aid amidst intensified Russian attacks. Germany, a key military supporter, has lifted range restrictions on weapons supplied to Ukraine. Recent heavy drone and missile attacks have targeted both Ukrainian and Russian regions, disrupting infrastructure and causing damage, highlighting the conflict's escalation.
Driven by the Ukraine war and global instability, a growing number of young Germans are reconsidering careers in the defence sector, marking a shift from post-war pacifism. Arms manufacturers are actively recruiting, attracting students with perks and scholarships. While some still hold ethical reservations, economic factors and changing perceptions of national security are fueling interest in the industry.